Cost of Living in Portland, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
120.2
100 = national avg
+20.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$52,887
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$125,004
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing143.1
Food104.8
Transportation109.6
Healthcare103.8
Utilities111.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,341
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,634
per month
The overall cost of living index in Portland is 120.2, which is 20.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 143.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $52,887 per year to cover basic expenses.